Respite Services
Respite is a service designed to give care givers a break from the stresses of supporting someone with intensive needs. It is also a way for those receiving supports to get a break from their usual routine. Respite Coordinators work with families and individuals to determine availability and family circumstances. Some respite options include:
- In-home respite – A private provider, or a person the individual chooses, does respite care in the home of the individual
- Out-of-home respite – the individual may choose to receive respite services in the home of contracted DDDS Respite provider
- Respite in residential programs – the individual may choose to stay for a short time with a provider of residential services, such as the Mary Campbell Center, or may choose to utilize other facilities that provide round-the-clock care, such as Camp Fairlee Manor
Contact your Regional Community Services Office for information about Respite Services.
RespiteOnline is a free community service that enables families to do a search of respite care providers in Delaware. Visit their web page and follow the simple directions to get lists of respite care providers in your community, along with detailed information on the services they offer.
